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GA HR1121
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/13/2024
Primary Sponsor
Kim Schofield
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AI Summary
- Recognizes Tuesday, February 20, 2024, as Lupus Advocacy Day at the Georgia state capitol, hosted by Representative Kim Schofield and the Georgia Chapter of the Lupus Foundation of America
- Notes that at least 1.5 million Americans, including approximately 55,000 Georgians, are currently living with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease affecting virtually every organ system
- Highlights Lupus Nephritis as a serious, life-threatening complication and calls attention to the role Georgia Medicaid could play in improving screening rates for early diagnosis and treatment
- Commends the Lupus Foundation of America and other organizations working to find a cure and support affected individuals and families; notes that 90% of funds raised by the Georgia Chapter remain in the state
- References the Georgia Council on Lupus Education and Advocacy, established by Governor Nathan Deal in 2014, which developed a state-wide action plan to address education, early diagnosis, access to care, and health disparities
Legislative Description
Lupus Advocacy Day at the state capitol; February 20, 2024; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
2/13/2024
Full Bill Text
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